Folks got all dressed up to celebrate Hollywood's biggest night at TheatreNOW. Tonight's Oscar viewing party was to raise money for Superstar Academy, which is a program that works hard to give all children a chance to perform and learn through theater.
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In Wilmington today, seniors at the Brightmore community got fancied up and put on their Sunday best, for their second annual Academy Awards.
The competition was fierce here at the Brightmore of Wilmington as senior stars walked the red carpet with hopes of winning a coveted mini Oscar.
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The Disney movie "Frozen" has captured the hearts of little girls all over the country. Now it's getting more attention with its two Oscar wins last night.
A woman who worked on the critically-acclaimed film has ties to southeastern North Carolina.
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The Academy Awards are certainly the biggest night of the year in Hollywood, but they are also a big night here in Hollywood East. Cucalorus held its annual "Evening on the Red Carpet" fundraiser at Screen Gems Studios.
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Wilmington's more direct connection to the Oscars turned out not to be a winner.
"Iron Man 3," which shot in and around Wilmington in the summer of 2012, was nominated for Best Visual Effects in the 86th Annual Academy Awards, but the film did not win the award.
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On Oscar Sunday, many of the actresses look like princesses as they walk the red carpet. But, as it turns out, you do not have to be a star to go to the awards. All you need is a little magic from your fairy godmother.
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The film industry plays a vital role here in Hollywood East, and there is overwhelming support for "Iron Man 3." The film was shot in our area and was nominated today for one Oscar, but all the nominations are causing a buzz in the movie world.
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"American Hustle" and "Gravity" have garnered the most nominations in this year's Academy Awards. Each film received 10 nominations, including nods for best picture. Wilmington-shot "Iron Man 3" earned one nomination.
The 86th Academy Awards air Sunday, March 2, on WWAY NewsChannel 3 and ABC.
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